NHAI Extends ‘Clean Toilet Picture Challenge’ till 30th June 2027 - 23rd July 2026 - Ministry of Road Transport and Highways - Gazette Notification PDF
Issued by Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
Read or download the official PDF of this gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on 23rd July 2026. Classified under Press Release.
Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Executive Summary The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has extended the "Clean Toilet Picture Challenge" until June 30, 2027, to improve hygiene standards at highway facilities. Commuters who report unclean toilets at NHAI-maintained sites via the Rajmargyatra App are eligible for a Rs. 1,000 FASTag recharge. The extension follows a successful 2026 phase that saw 429 users rewarded, aiming to foster shared responsibility for cleanliness on National Highways.
Key Points / Main Content
Extension and Scope
- The initiative is now extended through June 30, 2027.
- The scheme applies exclusively to toilet facilities constructed, operated, or maintained by NHAI.
- Facilities at fuel stations, dhabas, and other non-NHAI public areas are excluded from the challenge.
Reward Criteria
- Eligible reports receive a Rs. 1,000 reward in the form of a FASTag recharge credited to the linked Vehicle Registration Number (VRN).
- Each VRN is limited to one reward for the entire duration of the scheme.
- Rewards are non-transferable and cannot be claimed as cash.
- In the event of multiple reports for the same facility on the same day, only the first valid submission is considered.
Submission Requirements
- Reports must be submitted through the latest version of the Rajmargyatra Mobile App.
- Submissions must include clear, geo-tagged, and time-stamped photographs of the unclean toilet.
- Users are required to provide their name, location, mobile number, and vehicle registration number.
Verification and Processing
- All entries undergo AI-assisted screening and manual validation.
- Claims are processed in a time-bound manner to ensure transparency and responsiveness.
Impact Analysis
National Highway Commuters Impact Commuters benefit from improved hygiene facilities and have the opportunity to receive financial incentives for participating in maintenance monitoring. Action Required Users must download the Rajmargyatra Mobile App and submit valid, geo-tagged photos and personal details when encountering unclean NHAI toilet facilities.
NHAI (National Highways Authority of India) Impact The authority utilizes public participation to enhance service delivery and maintain cleanliness standards across its jurisdiction using tech-driven verification. Action Required NHAI must conduct AI and manual verification of reports and ensure the timely crediting of FASTag rewards to eligible commuters.